China Qing Empire Beijing Peking Macao Shanghai 1883 Blackie map White House gilt lettering and ornamentation

gilt lettering and ornamentation

Johnson's United States

Ornate compass rose at center orienting north towards top left corner

Please watch prior to purchase to ensure a clear understanding of the map

published in the 1940's

China Qing Empire Beijing Peking Macao Shanghai 1883 Blackie map White House gilt lettering and ornamentationChina. (Asia, China, Qing Empire, Sichuan, Guangxi, Guangdong, Shangdon, Henan, Beijing, Macao, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Taiwan). Issued 1883, Edinburgh by Blackie & Son. Drawn & engraved by Edw. Weller. Detailed 19th century color lithographed map. Well preserved, nice looking example with pleasing age patina. Original center fold as issued. Sheet Measures c. 15" x 22". Engraved Area Measures c. 13 1 2" x 19 3 4". Cartographic Reference(s): Tooley's